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History GK · Q2

Deccan Dynasties And Sangam Dynasty

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 2

Q2

Coins made of metal first appeared in

A.
Harappan Civilisation
B.
Later Vedic Age
C.
Age of the Buddha
Answer
D.
Age of the Mauryas

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Coins made of metal first appeared in the age of Gautama Buddha. The earliest were made largely of silver though a few copper coins also appear. Coins made of burnt clay belong to the Kushan period i.e., the first three Christian centuries.